Running is tough. I’m sure that’s why it’s given as punishment in so many other sports. But for those of us who do it for fun, or to lose weight, or to improve our health, we want to improve and see better results. But how does one do that? Running more isn’t always the answer…

I was super excited to be given the opportunity to review PRO Compression Marathon socks. PRO Compression offered me the choice of their marathon socks or compression sleeves. Lots of distance runners wear compression socks or sleeves but I’ve only ever owned a pair of off-brand (cheap) sleeves and didn’t see much benefit in them…

This week was going to be a pretty intense training week with increased mileage, 2 bike rides and a couple of classes at the gym. Here’s what I had on the schedule: Sunday: Bike Monday: 5 miles of hills and power yoga at lunch Tuesday: 8 miles, easy pace Wednesday: 5 miles, easy pace, yoga, Insanity Thursday: 8 miles, easy…

Living and running in Texas, I know a thing or two about summer running when it’s hot. By the time the sun comes up, it’s usually already 80 degrees. Considering it’s currently June and not even officially summer yet, it’s not likely to get better until at least September or October. I am definitely not…

Welcome to My Real Food Family! I started My Real Food Family in 2012 after cleaning up my diet and eliminating processed food. Now I am passionate about providing other busy moms with easy and healthy recipes that they can feel good about feeding their families. Read More…